The Best Key Holders

Ridge wallets are built ultra-tough, using cutting edge materials like carbon fiber and aircraft grade aluminum. Those very same advanced materials (6061-T6 anodized aluminum and a manganese spring steel clip) are used in the construction of their key case, and the end result is a truly hardworking, hyper-durable key case that won’t break, crack, or scratch no matter what else you carry around in your pockets.

Trust me, I’ve tested this personally while doing DIY renovations and carrying about two folding knives and a Leatherman in my pockets. Not a scratch on it!

The key ring can expand to hold up to 6 keys, easily loaded and unloaded thanks to the patent-pending tension plate system.

It’s streamlined to fit in even the tightest pockets, and keeps your keys neat, tidy, and easily accessible at a moment’s notice. Add that to its amazing durability, and you can see why I love it so much.

Bellroy is “King of the Leather Goods”, so it’s no surprise that their gorgeous leather key case sits right at the top of our list.

I love the eco-tanned leather; it’s smooth, sleek, and soft to the touch, and has a look of real elegance about it that complements my leather card wallet and smartphone case.

The stainless steel hardware makes it easy to assemble and disassemble the key ring tool-free. I can add or remove keys literally in a matter of seconds.

The detachable cord loop connects the key case to my car keys, and the flipper mechanism makes it easy to access all of my keys one-handed.

With storage space for up to 5 standard-sized keys (or Bellroy’s ultra-handy Key Tool multi-tool) and backed by a 5-year warranty, it’s a key organizer I know you’ll be glad to carry around all day long.

Nite Ize does something a bit different with this “key hider”. It’s not an addition to your EDC loadout like the rest of the products listed above; instead, it’s designed to make hiding your backup keys easy and safe.

The key holder is built to be waterproof (IPX7 rating) so you never have to worry about your keys getting wet and rusting, no matter where you’re storing them.

Thanks to the built-in magnets, you can secure them out of sight and safely connect them to anything metallic.

But what if you want to store them someplace with no metal around? No worries: the key hider also comes with powerful 3M VHB adhesive-backed metal plates that will stick to wood, plastic, aluminum, and other non-metal surfaces to give the neodymium magnets something to adhere to.

You’ll never be locked out of your home, car, mailbox, or garage shed thanks to this nifty little key hider.

The Keyport Pivot is designed to be your all-in-one solution to minimizing your daily loadout to only the most essential of essentials.

Weighing in at just 0.7 ounces and just under 3.5 inches long, I’ve found it’s compact enough for any pocket, even if I’m wearing chino pants or joggers.

I really like how the modular design makes it easy to assemble and disassemble the key holder in seconds, adding in not only the usual keys, but also extra tools (like Keyport’s knife or 10-in-1 multi-tool, sold separately) that will replace my EDC knife or multi-tool.

The proprietary locking design clicks (ratchet-style) every 90 degrees, ensuring that I not only get the proper tension when assembling it, but preventing it from ever coming apart in my pocket.

Best of all, it includes a 2-year subscription to Keyport ID, making sure anyone who finds your lost, misplaced, or stolen keys will easily be able to return them to you. All this, backed by a 2-year warranty, and sold at a price tag I can absolutely love.

Orbitkey brings a touch of class to your EDC collection with this leather key organizer, but don’t for a minute think that it’s all form and no function.

This is one of the few key holders on our list designed to specifically accommodate car keys and fobs. The D-ring integrated into the end of the key ring will fit larger keys, while the main holder will fit up to 7 keys (or more, if you buy the “Extension Post”).

The smooth top grain leather feels wonderful to the touch, and brings an elegance that will complement your business casual style. You can even add monogramming.

Ekster’s Key Case is built tough, using thick, sturdy leather and stainless steel hardware that is more than capable of withstanding the hardcore use of a busy guy like me with a day full of errands, kickboxing and gym sessions, and the occasional trip to the hardware store for my DIY job.

With space for up to 8 keys, it’s the most accommodating of all the key holders I tested. I paired it with Ekster’s smart Key Tracker and now I can find my lost or misplaced keys anywhere, anytime using only my smartphone.

I did find that the D-ring is just too small to fit car keys and fobs directly, but it’s still the ideal solution for connecting my larger keys (using a regular key ring) to my house, mailbox, and front door. It’s tough, stylish, and one of the best-priced offerings I’ve tested to date.

Sick and tired of losing your keys? (Or, in my case, not knowing which of my wife’s purses she left the keys in.) Try the KeySmart Max, and you’ll never have to worry about misplacing them again.

This key holder comes with a built-in Tile tracker, which makes it so easy for me to track it using both Bluetooth and GPS location data right from my smartphone.

But this is my favorite thing: if I’ve got my keys but can’t find my phone, I just press the button integrated into the key holder, and it’ll trigger my phone to ring. How practical is that?

The built-in lithium ion battery has a long life, enough to power the built-in flashlight. No more stumbling or fumbling around in the dark when you’ve got this bad boy in your pocket.

For guys who want something a little bit tougher, capable of surviving a job site, camping trip, or fishing expedition, the KeyBar is built specifically for you.

The body is aircraft-grade aluminum, and the hardware is all stainless steel, so it’ll never rust or corrode, and can endure temperature extremes with ease.

In “standard” configuration, it will hold up to 12 keys, but you can add extension screws to load up to 28 standard-sized house keys into the key holder.

It’s lightweight (that’s aluminum for you) and compact enough to fit in any pocket, EDC pouch, or backpack.

Not only will it keep your keys from jangling around, but it’ll protect your pockets and EDC loadout from sharp edges that could scratch, scuff, or damage the rest of your daily carry items. 

This key holder is designed with maximum precision in mind. Everything is built to exacting specifications—the body is CNC-machined, using micro polished finish anodized aluminum (mil spec type II class 1), the hardware is 18-8 SS, and it’s joined using form taper tapping to extend their lifespan.

The key holder ships with an accompanying tool kit that lets you expand your storage as needed, perfect for those who need to hold more than the standard 3-8 keys.

It’s corrosion resistant, won’t rust, and will shrug off impacts and scratches. If you’re all about precision construction and reliable quality, this is definitely a key ring to consider.

For the gentleman who likes everything from their watch band to their wallet to their knife case to be crafted from the finest leather, this bad boy is for you.

In fact, you’re all but guaranteed to fall in love when you discover that this key case/hideaway also doubles as a wallet.

The slim 3 x 1.7-inch case features a main compartment sized just right for your daily keys, and a side pocket sized just right for your most-used credit card and/or a bit of cash. The case is made from rich vegetable-tanned leather with a microsuede backing, and a melange gray cotton shoestring pull that makes it easy to access your stored keys.

It’s truly a masterpiece of quality construction and elegant, versatile design.

If you need quick access to your keys, you’ll love the design of Spigen’s Metal Fit Key Holder.

Integrated into one side is a curved slot sized just right for your thumb, allowing you to press on the stored keys and fan them out. It’s an excellent choice for anyone who faces cold, snowy winters—you can use it with your gloves on, or you only need to remove one glove to get at your house or mailbox keys.

The key holder is built using a tough aluminum body and stainless steel hardware, and can accommodate up to 5 keys. It’s also got a built-in pocket clip for quick access and handy storage in your pocket, daily backpack, or pouch.